Glassine/ Siliconised Base Papers Glassine is a very thin and smooth type of paper which is air and water resistant. It is generally translucent unless dyes are added to color the paper or make it opaque.These papers are characterized by very low porosity. Preservation of aroma and perfection against attack of external environment to the packed contents are also important qualities of the subject papers. Mainly used for food packaging and other special wrapping applications.